Fisheries scientist; m​/f​/x

Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB)

Organisation/Company Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) Research Field Environmental science Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Other Positions Final date to receive applications 11 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Country Germany Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Negotiable Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

The Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) is Germany’s largest research centre studying all aspects of freshwater ecology and inland fisheries. Through joint professorships the IGB is closely linked to all three universities in Berlin. For the Department of Fish Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture at IGB Berlin at Müggelsee we are inviting applications for as position as fisheries scientist with a focus on recreational fisheries
. The position is available as of January, 1, 2027 until June, 30, 2029, subject to the final funding and project approval.

We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated colleague to examine the effectiveness of live sonar echo sounding technology on catch rate, size and behaviour of fish captured by recreational anglers targeting zander and pike in deep lakes. The project involves extensive field work together with experimental anglers as citizen scientists. At IGB, you join the IFishMan research group led by Prof.

Dr. Robert Arlinghaus ( ). A fully equipped live sonar research boat is available along with other key field equipment, vehicles etc.

• Execution of boat angling experiments in lakes in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
• Recruitment and coordination of experimental anglers, fishers, technicians and student helpers
• Statistical data analysis and data visualization
• Writing of publications and development of presentations and other content delivered to scientific and lay audiences
• M.Sc. in fisheries, biology, environmental science or a related field
• Organizational competencies in managing field teams
• Ability to conduct prolonged fieldwork under variable weather conditions, including occasional weekend work with anglers
• Advanced statistical competencies (preferably in R) as documented in scientific publications or your master thesis
• Advanced German/English communication skills (C1 or higher);
  German required to verbally communicate with German-speaking stakeholders and for reporting to funders
• German fishing license (or equivalent)
• Personal experience with recreational angling for predators

Highly desirable

• Own experience with live sonar boat angling for predators
• German boat driving license for inland waters at time of job commencement

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Languages GERMAN Level Good

We offer an interesting position in a leading, highly dynamic and stimulating scientific environment and working group (IFishMan). Beyond its scientific value, the project results will likely generate substantial public interest among anglers and fisheries managers, perhaps even influencing policy making as regards to live sonar use.

Salary is paid according to the German salary scheme for the public sector (TVöD Bund) at a pay grade of E13, which includes social benefits and 31 paid holidays per year. The fixed term position involves a full-time position with 39 working hours per week, part-time work (75%) is negotiable. We offer a maximum of two home office days per week.

The position is a fixed-term project-funded position, limited to 2.5 years.

We welcome every qualified application irrespective of gender, religion,…